Owen targeting England return

Manchester United striker Michael Owen still has hopes of playing for England again despite not having spoken to coach Fabio Capello about his situation for some time.

Owen's last international appearance came as a substitute in a friendly against France in March 2008. Injuries and a drop in form resulted in him being left out of Capello's squads since, with a minor groin problem ending any slim chance of him being selected for the forthcoming World Cup qualifiers.

"I've always been optimistic. I will always score goals and I have got the record to show that," he said. "I have proven that at World Cups before but the last thing I want to do is start a campaign and say all the reasons why I could be or should be involved."

The former Liverpool, Real Madrid and Newcastle striker, who has scored 40 international goals, believes he can still do a job for England.

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